Research and Development Engineer, 80-100%, m/f/d

Research and Development Engineer, 80-100%, m/f/d

Join to apply for the Research and Development Engineer, 80-100%, m/f/d role at qCella

Research and Development Engineer, 80-100%, m/f/d

Join to apply for the Research and Development Engineer, 80-100%, m/f/d role at qCella

At qCella, we revolutionize the way products are heated, such as in automotive interiors, for personal heating, and in pain-relieving solutions. As a pioneering hardware startup from ETH Zurich, we are committed to introducing innovative cellulose-based materials for resistive heating applications and beyond. Our mission is to replace the outdated heating wire technology with our homogenously heating, paper-thin, and easily shape-customizable heating mats, offering unparalleled versatility and efficiency. The qCella heating mats are made from our patent-pending cellulose-copper hybrid fibers using a papermaking process.

At qCella, we revolutionize the way products are heated, such as in automotive interiors, for personal heating, and in pain-relieving solutions. As a pioneering hardware startup from ETH Zurich, we are committed to introducing innovative cellulose-based materials for resistive heating applications and beyond. Our mission is to replace the outdated heating wire technology with our homogenously heating, paper-thin, and easily shape-customizable heating mats, offering unparalleled versatility and efficiency. The qCella heating mats are made from our patent-pending cellulose-copper hybrid fibers using a papermaking process.

We are seeking a skilled R&D Engineer with a focus on paper or non-woven technology, materials science, chemistry and/or process engineering to join our dynamic team. As an integral member of our Research and Development team, you will play a crucial role in designing, optimizing, and scaling up processes. You will further support the production and development of our fiber-based heating mats.

• Manage the product optimization and industrialization efforts of our fiber-based heating mats
  
  - Design and conduct experiments to optimize process parameters, improve product quality and yield, and increase efficiency
  
  - Scale up laboratory processes to pilot and production scale, ensuring seamless transition and optimization for commercial manufacturing
  
  - Manage quality measurements and analyses
  
  - Evaluation of and collaboration with external service providers/producers


• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols


• Keep up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies and regulatory requirements to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the startup

• Master’s degree (3+ years of professional experience are an advantage) or Bachelor’s degree (with professional experience of 5+ year) in Engineering (Process Engineering, Materials Science, Chem. Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields) from a university or a University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule)


• Experience in the paper, pulp, non-woven or a related industry is an advantage


• Hands-on experience with common laboratory techniques, equipment, and analytical instruments


• Familiarity with laboratory practices and tools specific to the paper and pulp or non-woven industry is a plus


• A proactive, hands-on approach with perseverance and creativity to drive new ideas to completion


• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment


• Good oral and written communication skills in English, good knowledge of German is an advantage

• Exciting and challenging projects in paper technology, chemistry, materials science, and process engineering with focus on product development and upscaling


• A job with a steep learning curve and a high sense of achievement


• A high level of personal responsibility and freedom to shape your own tasks right from the start


• Professional development and growth opportunities in a dynamic startup environment


• Fair compensation and opportunities for employee stock ownership


• Flexible work hours


• Access to company-sponsored fringe benefits (access to a sport center with gym and classes, mobile phone subscription and SBB half fare travelcard)

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining qCella.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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